Do they look prettier from the sky?

The Himalayan, Manali, Himachal Pradesh

Starting with Gothic-style turrets, the drone pulls away to show the beautiful Himalayan mountainscape around the hotel. And when the drone sweeps over the pool, you realise just how cosy this property is.

Ramada Caravela Beach Resort, Goa

This one starts with the Arabian Sea, the golden beach and the lush green lawns dotted with coconut trees. And then you see the poolside, surrounded by the rooms, all of which stand amid the beautiful Goan countryside.

Nubra Organic Retreat, Hunder, Jammu & Kashmir

The stark Ladakhi landscape unfolds first, with the rugged mountain background, scant greens and Bactrian camels. And then you see the Swiss tents of this property and its vegetable gardens, all dwarfed by the magnificent snow-clad mountains.